Retro Biosciences · 15 hours ago
Project Manager - Preclinical & Translational Programs
Redwood City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expRetro Biosciences develops therapies for diseases driven by the biology of aging and is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support cell therapy programs. The role involves driving project management for preclinical and translational programs, ensuring alignment and execution of scientific, manufacturing, and regulatory workstreams.
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Responsibilities
Be the glue that holds multiple cross functional teams together as they move in harmony toward ambitious goals with tight timelines
Drive project management for preclinical and translational programs, with a focus on IND-enabling activities and transition into clinical development
Build and maintain integrated program plans spanning research, CMC, regulatory, and external partners
Track timelines, dependencies, risks, and decision points across cross-functional teams
Coordinate closely with internal scientists, CMC leads, regulatory stakeholders, and external vendors (CDMOs, CROs, consultants)
Ensure manufacturing and regulatory timelines stay aligned with scientific plans
Monitor and support follow-through on cross-disciplinary action items, deliverables, and commitments
Maintain clear, lightweight documentation (timelines, decision logs, risk registers) that are continuously readable by colleagues
Support leadership by preparing materials for portfolio reviews
Help identify resource constraints and overlaps across the programs and support effective allocation
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, or a related field
5+ years of project or program management experience in biotech, pharma, or a closely related life sciences environment
Hands-on experience supporting pre-IND and/or IND-enabling programs
Working knowledge of cell therapy drug development workflows, including research, CMC, and regulatory interfaces
Experience managing external vendors and cross-functional teams
Strong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to drive accountability
Clear, concise communicator who can work effectively with scientists and technical stakeholders
Preferred
Experience in a fast-moving startup environment
Background supporting programs transitioning from discovery into translational development
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
401(k) plan with 4% matching
Flexible time off and 10 company holidays per year
Paid parental leave
Annual learning & development stipend
Monthly Longevity stipend
Daily Retro-sponsored lunch and snacks
Company
Retro Biosciences
Retro Biosciences focuses on cellular reprogramming, autophagy, and plasma-inspired therapeutics.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$180MKey Investors
Sam Altman
2022-04-06Angel· $180M
Leadership Team
Joe Betts-Lacroix
"CEO" i.e. ultimately responsible for the achieving our mission
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